Position: Entertainment Reporter
Salary: Negotiable, based on experience and qualifications
Experience and Training: May be required
Role Overview:
An entertainment reporter is tasked with gathering, investigating, and delivering entertainment news. They may create news stories for on-air delivery, digital publishing, social media, or other media outlets. These reports often cover various facets of the entertainment industry, such as celebrity news, film and TV coverage, music, and live event reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Investigating and Researching: Gather, investigate, and research entertainment stories, events, and trends.
- Interviews: Conduct interviews with actors, musicians, directors, and other figures within the entertainment industry.
- Story Preparation: Write, edit, and prepare content for on-air broadcast, online platforms, and social media.
- Field Reporting: Attend live events, red carpets, concerts, movie premieres, or press conferences to report firsthand.
- Documentary and Series Production: Create documentaries, radio segments, and other media series, providing in-depth coverage of relevant topics.
- Content Delivery: Deliver news on-air, produce weather reports, and present rundowns, ensuring content is engaging and timely.
- Social Media: Manage social media presence, crafting compelling posts and interacting with audiences.
Requirements:
- Journalism Experience: Previous experience as a reporter or broadcast journalist is beneficial.
- Strong Writing Skills: Ability to write clear, engaging stories under tight deadlines.
- Research Skills: Capable of thorough investigation and fact-checking.
- Public Speaking and Presentation: Comfortable delivering stories on-air and engaging with audiences.
- Field Reporting: Willingness to attend events, conduct interviews, and report from the field.
- Adaptability: Ability to pivot quickly in response to breaking news or developing stories.
Work Environment:
- Office-Based or Field-Based: Some reporters may be based in an office, especially editors or those focusing on written content, while others will often be out in the field.
- Flexible Hours: News breaks at any time, meaning the role may require evening, weekend, or holiday work.
- Travel: The job may involve travel to attend entertainment events or interview industry professionals.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for career development and growth in the radio and media industry.
- A creative and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply:
Send your resume, portfolio (if available), and a cover letter contact information]. We look forward to hearing how your creativity can bring fresh, exciting ideas to Power 97.5 LA iHeart Radio!
This role requires a passion for entertainment and media, strong investigative skills, and the ability to work in both an office and dynamic field environments.
Company Description
Power 97.5 is a dynamic iHeart affiliate radio station based in Los Angeles, California, streaming live to audiences worldwide. Dedicated to delivering cutting-edge music, engaging talk shows, and exclusive content, Power 97.5 connects listeners globally while staying rooted in the vibrant culture of Los Angeles.
As a leader in the industry, the station thrives on innovation, diversity, and a commitment to entertaining and inspiring its audience. Power 97.5 continues to set the standard for modern radio, blending local flavor with international reach.